Permanent make-up and photoreal pictures… Seven tattoo trends that are going to be huge in 2017

Celebrity tattoo artists reveal what's hot right now

By Alison Maloney

29th December 2016, 2:45 pm

Updated: 29th December 2016, 3:25 pm

WONDERING what tattoo to get in 2017?

The tattoo artists to the stars have been spilling the beans on the inking styles set to be HUGE next year.

Small tattoos are one of the trends expected next year

Keith McCurdy of Bang Bang, who ink the likes of Rihanna, Cara Delevingne and Kylie Jenner and JonBoy, favourite of Kendall Jenner and Justin Beiber, have narrowed it down to seven deigns that are hot right now.

So here’s what you’ll all be inking in 2017.

1.Photorealism

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This amazing picture of Margot Robbie was inked by Bang Bang

Whether it’s a dog, cat or your favourite celebrity, a tattoo which looks like the real thing is all the rage.

Bang Bang told Seventeen.com: "Hyper-realism — being able to make something look real on someone's skin — is becoming a really popular request.

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This beloved pet was drawn for an unknown client by Bang Bang

2.Tiny Tatts

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Tiny tattoos like Bella Thorne's are among the top trends for 2017

Bella Thorne is one of the celebs loving the discreet designs in various parts of the body.

JonBoy said: "Arms, the side of the ribs, the back of the neck, and behind the ear — these are beautiful, elegant spots."

3.You’re So Hip!

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Kylie Jenner's hip tattoo reads 'sanity' phonetically

Kylie Jenner has “sanity” - phonetically spelt - tattooed on hers and Hailey Baldwin has “gente”, the Portuguese for “people.”

JonBoy said: "It's an area where you can easily hide the tattoo or show it off.

4: Inner Arms

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Kylie Jenner's grandmother's name is inked inside her arm by JonBoy

Another easy to hide place for the bodyart is the inner arm.

JonBoy drew Kylie Jenner’s grandmother’s name on her arm.

He said: "Inner arm tats are neat because when you're standing in your neutral position, head on, you can't see them.They're only revealed when you turn your inner arm toward me." He inked Kylie's grandmother's name on her inner arm in her grandfather's handwriting.

5. Making It Up

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Eyebrows are among the make-up tattoos that people ask for

Yes, cosmetic tattoos or permanent make-up are all the rage.

They can be eye-liner, eyebrows and lip colour and Bang Bang explained they “help people feel better about themselves. This is absolutely a rising trend."